Back surgery is often the last resort when it comes to treating chronic back pain. Before your doctor recommends it, they will suggest more conservative treatments like physical therapy and medication. Surgery may be the next option if these don’t offer relief, and your exact procedure will depend on your condition. It’s important to know
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Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery – New Developments in An Old Procedure
Not long ago, the only way to reach your spine to treat spinal injury was to make a large incision in the back and strip and remove the surrounding muscles, ligaments, and bony tissues. This surgical approach to reaching the spine and treating its issue is named open surgery. A typical open surgery procedure, which
Read MoreWhat You Should Know Before Getting Spinal Surgery
Most of the time, back pain gets better without surgery. But in cases where there is a serious musculoskeletal injury or nerve compression or where back or neck pain does not respond to traditional methods, spine surgery is recommended. Spine surgery refers to any surgical procedure performed on the spine, such as discectomy, spinal decompression,
Read More5 Tips for A Healthy Brain
Located at the top of your body, your brain controls everything, from your sensations and emotions to your movements and every process that regulates your body. Just like those of the other parts of your body, the health and function of your brain tend to decline as you age. Thankfully, there are many things that
Read MoreWhat is an Artificial Disc Replacement?
As an excellent alternative to spinal fusion surgery, artificial disc replacement is one of the most popular procedures in the US to relieve pain and restore mobility and function. It is the treatment of choice for people who suffer from excruciating neck and back pain due to damaged or worn discs. Let’s learn more about
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Consulting a Neurosurgeon
If you have been referred to a neurosurgeon, you may feel scared, confused, or overwhelmed – all of which are normal feelings, as neurosurgeons are doctors that deal with the complex issues of the brain and spine. Knowing what a neurosurgeon does during consultation can provide you with a sense of relief and confidence. Let’s
Read More5 Questions to Ask Your Neurosurgeon Prior to Surgery
If you have a nervous system problem and have been recommended neurosurgery, you must obtain as much information as possible about the procedure before agreeing to undergo surgery and to have peace of mind heading into the surgery. Your best resource of information related to your surgery is your neurosurgeon – a medical professional who
Read More3 Things to Know Before You Get Back Surgery
Back pain can be debilitating and significantly impact your quality of life. Sometimes, conservative reliefs work, such as short-term bed rest, stretching, and physical therapy. Other times, more intense treatments are required to help relieve chronic pain or restore mobility. That’s where back surgery comes in. Before you make any decisions about it, there are
Read More7 Reasons Why You Need to See a Spine Surgeon
As the most critical part of your body, your spine protects your spinal cord, a long, thin tubular structure made up of nerves that carry signals from your brain to the rest of your body. While you may think that spinal injuries and defects result in spine pain only, these injuries and defects are linked
Read MoreThe Top 3 Reasons to Get Artificial Discs
As the name indicates, an artificial disc is a human-made spinal disc used in place of your worn or degenerative disc in the neck or back. Artificial disc replacement surgery is an alternative treatment for spinal fusion (a type of surgery in which discs are fused together) as it offers greater spinal stability and motion.
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